Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ

We provide healthcare services to children from birth up to age 19 years old.

Yes, we are currently accepting new patients. Please contact our office for more information.

We accept Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Medicaid.

 If you can’t make your appointment, please call us at least 24 hours in advance.  We don’t overbook, which means that when you don’t make an appointment you have taken a place that someone else could have had.  In some cases, fees may apply for missed appointment without proper prior notice.

If your child is severely ill and facing a life-threatening emergency call 911 immediately. For non-emergency but urgent situations simply call our office number (251-660-9393) to talk to Dr. Yoder or PA Collins.

Obvious emergencies include being in a car accident, head trauma, seizures, deep cuts, possible broken bones, suicidal thoughts, difficulty breathing, burns, severe pain, and altered mental status.  Those problems should go to USA Children and Women’s Hospital.

Routine check-ups, or well child visits, are typically recommended at certain intervals based on the age of your child. There are 10 well visits up to age 2 years and then once per year after that. At each well visit we will discuss the timing of the next visit.

Yes, we recommended and require all childhood vaccinations. We follow the vaccination schedule recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Absolutely, we offer pre-visit consultations where you can meet Dr. Yoder, PA Collins, and our staff.

Please bring your child’s insurance card, a list of any medications they are currently taking (preferably just bring those medications with you to the visit), their immunization record, and any medical history information you have.

Please call our office during normal business hours.

We practice very standard evidence-based medicine. This includes a holistic approach and a strong emphasis on preventive care.

We use antibiotics when they are necessary and likely to help the patient. Only a small number of infections, for example, require antibiotics. Antibiotics are wonderful when used appropriately but can cause significant problems when used inappropriately. We will discuss at each visit that involves an infection when we use or do not use antibiotics.

Dr. Yoder and PA Collins are always available by phone after hours. Call if you are unsure whether your child needs emergency care.

Absolutely, we want to see your child as soon as we can after you call. Be ready to come in when you call, as we can often get you in right away.

USA Children and Women’s Hospital; it is the only hospital in our area with complete pediatric services.

We provide and require standard vaccinations for all our patients. Vaccines are safe, effective, and save lives.

Dr. Yoder or PA Collins is always available.  Dr. Yoder has taken phone calls from patients in Mobile while working as a doctor in Vietnam and while on fishing trips.